We did a little of both today; Otis had reading to do and I had some grading as well. But we had some fun, too: a great Thai lunch down the street after a nice walk and some other playing. And tonight we joined Stella and Della at the Crest to see Once, the Irish film that Stella had originally suggested for last night.
I just have to tell you, this was one of the best films I have seen in a long time, if not ever. It is a real and touching and beautiful story of two people who find each other and connect in a way that we all wish we could. I guess you would call it a musical, but all the music in it occurs in the world of the story; both principals are musicians, and the music they write and play is part of the narrative. Glen Hansard is all broken-hearted emotion as the Guy, and Marketa Irglova is exquisite in her direct and unconditional affection as the Girl. Don't read reviews, don't check out IMDB, just see the movie and be prepared for a complex, engaging, and well-made story about real people.
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